Long Grove Home Additions

Incorporated in 1956 behind three-acre zoning, the village still prohibits sidewalks and residential streetlights, fostering a rural aesthetic that homeowners cherish. Its 1840s German-settled crossroads downtown, anchored by landmarks like the Robert Parker Coffin covered bridge and Long Grove Community Church, became Illinois' first local historic district in 1960.

The village’s housing stock came in waves, creating a diverse range of remodeling opportunities. Long Grove grew from about 1,200 residents in 1970 to more than 8,000 by 2010. This rapid growth meant an influx of custom houses primarily from the 1970s through the 2000s, often built on expansive, wooded lots. Many of these homes, whether in the upscale Royal Melbourne golf community or on acreage along Gilmer and Old McHenry Roads, were designed with more traditional layouts. Early 1970s and 80s homes might feature smaller, enclosed kitchens or less elaborate primary suites.

Long Grove's 1956 incorporation with three-acre zoning means additions must respect expansive lot sizes and generous setbacks, maintaining the cherished rural aesthetic without sidewalks or residential streetlights. The rapid influx of custom houses from the 1970s through the 2000s, often on wooded lots, presents opportunities to tie into diverse roof lines and foundations, whether for traditional layouts in Royal Melbourne or homes along Gilmer and Old McHenry Roads. For homes outside the historic downtown or Sunset Grove development, additions require careful planning around existing private wells and septic fields, a critical utility consideration from day one. Any exterior remodeling within the 1960-designated historic district downtown, particularly for older structures around Archer School, necessitates careful consideration and review to maintain architectural integrity. Homes near natural areas like Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve or Buffalo Creek Forest Preserve may also involve specific setback requirements or stormwater management considerations for additions. The village's plan review critically examines how new structures integrate with existing foundations, roofs, and exterior materials, ensuring cohesive design.

For home additions in Long Grove, the Village's plan review critically examines how new structures integrate with existing foundations, roofs, and exterior materials, alongside standard structural and utility inspections. GS Construction & Remodeling expertly manages the full permit application process, including coordinating with the Lake County Health Department for septic system considerations where applicable, and scheduling all necessary inspections.